Love Next Door Approaches Its Final Week Dominating the Ratings; "Iron Family" Sees an Upsurge in Its Second Episode

Oh, dear readers, gather 'round! It seems that KBS 2TV's latest triumph, "Iron Family," is steadily climbing the ratings ladder, and it’s doing so with the grace of a gazelle—a gazelle with a healthy dose of caffeine! On September 29, this heartwarming melodrama—released just before the autumn leaves start their shimmy down to the ground—saw its viewership soar to a delightful average of 7.1 percent. That, my friends, puts it right at the top of the Sunday drama hierarchy, making it the queen bee of the weekend.

Meanwhile, over at tvN, “Love Next Door” is playing a different game entirely, and I might just be a tad jealous. With only two more episodes left before the curtain closes, it pirouetted to claim first place in its time slot across all cable channels. That's right, folks, it made a remarkable leap to an average nationwide rating of—wait for it—7.1 percent! A round of applause, please, for these dramas that can bring tears and giggles all in one episode.

Not to be outdone, TV Chosun’s “DNA Lover” is also making waves with its impending finale. With just one week left to tug at our heartstrings, it too enjoyed a little spike in viewership. It seems the audience is all about the love this season, as the latest episode netted a modest 0.7 percent. Perhaps romance is in the air, or perhaps they’ve just got really good snacks to accompany the viewing? You decide!

So, whether you're diving into the emotional depths of "Iron Family" or cozying up to "Love Next Door" with your Netflix jammies on, it seems we’re all winners in this dramatic roulette. And don’t forget—there's always time for a little binge-watching before the leaves finish their dance. Enjoy every minute of it!